Japanese Satsuma-style earthenware vase with hand-painted landscape decoration. Ovoid form with a short neck and gilt rim, decorated with a riverside scene featuring figures on a bridge, buildings and trees, with red and black detailing over a crackle-glazed ground.
Typical decorative export ware, likely mid 20th century. Retains original paper label to the base.
- Era: Mid 20th century
- Origin: Japan
- Materials: Earthenware with crackle glaze and enamel decoration
- Dimensions: H23cm (12cm Diameter at widest point)
- Condition: Good overall; light wear to gilt rim; general age-related surface wear; no obvious cracks or repairs visible
- Provenance/Story: Decorative Japanese export piece in the Satsuma taste
- Care Tips: Dust gently; avoid harsh cleaning or soaking to preserve decoration